The Chris and Amy Show on KMOX

Join Chris and Amy on KMOX as they discuss key election insights, including Vice President Harris's closing arguments and President Biden's recent gaffe. They cover sports highlights, featuring the Yankees' Game 4 victory and the St. Louis Blues' loss to the Senators. Alderwoman Daniela Velazquez addresses the fallout from Tony Hinchcliffe's comments about Puerto Rico, highlighting economic struggles and the need for political action.

In the second hour, Chris Rongey and Amy Marxkors talk with Dr. Beth Vonnahme about Amendment 2, aiming to legalize sports gambling in Missouri, and discuss recent Blues performance and a Yankees-Dodgers controversy. They also touch on college basketball rankings and a cocoa shortage before Halloween.

The hour concludes with Troy Taylor, owner of the American Oddities Museum, who shares spooky tales and the chilling history of Alton, Illinois. The show revisits Hinchcliffe's comments and their impact on Puerto Rican voters, along with Halloween curfews in cities like Belleville.

In this hour of KMOX, hosts Chris and Amy kick off Halloween festivities with Troy Taylor, owner of the American Oddities Museum in Alton, Illinois. Troy discusses the spooky significance of Halloween, sharing ghost stories and the chilling history of Alton, one of America's most haunted towns, along with the infamous 1949 exorcism that inspired a legendary film. The hour also features a discussion on the controversy surrounding comedian Tony Hinchcliffe's offensive jokes at a political rally and their potential impact on Puerto Rican voters, along with differing perspectives on the upcoming election and Halloween curfews in cities like Belleville, Illinois.

With Halloween upon us, KMOX welcomes Troy Taylor, the renowned owner of the American Oddities Museum in Alton, Illinois, to discuss the spooky significance of this time of year. Troy, an author of over 150 books on hauntings and the supernatural, shares insights on the historical roots of Halloween as the kickoff of the spooky season, rather than its end. He explains the chilling history of Alton, often regarded as one of America's most haunted towns, and delves into the infamous 1949 St. Louis exorcism that inspired the legendary film The Exorcist. Join us as we explore ghost stories, morbid Victorian traditions, and more.

Chris Rongey and Amy Marxkors talk with Dr. Beth Vonnahme about Amendment 2, which aims to legalize sports gambling in Missouri. Dr. Vonnahme highlights that while some funds may benefit education, estimates range from $0 to $28 million—minimal compared to the $9 billion education budget. The duo also welcomes Matt Pauley to discuss the Blues' equipment mishap with Evanescence, their recent lackluster performance against the Senators, and the Yankees-Dodgers game where a fan controversially tried to grab Mookie Betts' glove. Additionally, they touch on college basketball rankings for SLU, Mizzou, and Illinois, impressive ratings for World Series Game 3, and a cocoa shortage right before Halloween.

Chris Rongey and Amy Marxkors are joined by Matt Pauley to discuss the Blues' equipment mishap involving Evanescence, their recent lackluster performance against the Senators, and the Yankees-Dodgers game where a fan controversially tried to grab Mookie Betts' glove. They also touch on college basketball rankings for SLU, Mizzou, and Illinois, along with the impressive ratings for World Series Game 3.

Chris and Amy talk with Dr. Beth Vonnahme about Amendment 2, which aims to legalize sports gambling in Missouri. Dr. Vonnahme explains that while some funds may go to education, estimates range from $0 to $28 million—small compared to the $9 billion education budget.

The discussion emphasizes that the decision should center on the legality of sports betting, as neighboring states have already legalized it. Dr. Vonnahme highlights potential economic benefits, including tax revenue and job creation, while also addressing concerns about gambling addiction.

She notes that Missouri's tax structure might limit revenue to $15-30 million annually. With legislative support growing, Dr. Vonnahme believes the amendment will likely pass based on polling data.

In this episode, Chris and Amy dive into the upcoming general election, discussing Vice President Harris's impactful closing arguments and President Biden's recent gaffe regarding Trump supporters. They also share highlights from the sports world, including the Yankees' victory in Game 4 of the World Series and the St. Louis Blues' disappointing loss to the Ottawa Senators.

Alderwoman Daniela Velazquez joins the conversation to discuss the fallout from Tony Hinchcliffe's disparaging comments about Puerto Rico. She emphasizes the economic and social crises facing the island, noting that 50% of Puerto Ricans live on less than $10,000 annually. Velasquez criticizes Trump's handling of Puerto Rico post-Hurricane Maria and highlights the urgent need for community support and political action. The episode concludes with a discussion on a potential sports betting bill in Missouri.

In this episode, Alderwoman Daniela Velazquez joins Chris and Amy to discuss the recent controversial comments made by comedian Tony Hinchcliffe at a Donald Trump rally. Daniela shares her perspective as a Puerto Rican and highlights how these remarks have affected the Puerto Rican community, both locally in St. Louis and across the United States. She delves into the challenges facing Puerto Rico today, including economic struggles and the impact of Hurricane Maria, and discusses the unique relationship between Puerto Ricans on the island and those in the diaspora.

In this edition of The Chris and Amy Show, Chris and Amy are joined by guests including NewsNation Washington Correspondent Kellie Meyer, President and CEO of the St. Louis Blues Chris Zimmerman, KMOX Sports contributor Bernie Miklasz, and Cardinals Spanish broadcaster Polo Ascencio.

In this hour, Chris and Amy are joined by Cardinals Spanish broadcaster Polo Ascencio to discuss the Dodgers taking a 3-0 lead over the Yankees in the World Series.